Some gardeners believe that removing flowers from potatoes helps increase their yield.
However, experts say this is a controversial method.
Should I pick off the flowers from my potatoes?
Experts believe that it is not worth interfering with the cycle of cultural development.
After the flowers are removed, the potato will continue to strive for flowering, supplying nutrients upwards. That is, the tubers will not receive some of the nutrition.
Secondly, constant removal of flowers leads to degeneration of the variety. The yield gradually decreases, the tubers become smaller.
Thirdly, picking off flowers reduces the immunity of plants, making them more vulnerable to various diseases.
In addition, when flowers are picked, the soil between the rows is compacted, which makes it difficult for air to reach the roots.
